1995 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 164 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |